1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | Mark IV | 200 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |